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Waterside trails – refreshing hikes on the Swabian Alb
Hiking Collection by Schwäbische Alb
7 routes
21:31 h
69.2 km
1,610 m
The Swabian Alb is the perfect place to escape into nature this summer. Rocky trails, riverside hikes, stunning views and water-rich Highlights await
The gorgeous low mountain range, with its famously picturesque plateau, extends to over 200 kilometres (124 mi) in length across Baden-Württemberg. Bizarre rock formations, dense forests and vibrant meadows make the Swabian Alb a true hiking paradise.
In this Collection, we present some of the Swabian Alb’s most beautiful hiking trails involving water. You can expect refreshing dips in the reservoirs, shaded trails along green river valleys, majestic views from rocky outcrops onto the Danube and restorative Kneipp spa experiences. The seven Tours provide a real insight into this beautiful landscape, leading you through its different regions to places of natural splendour and the occasional surprise. On one Tour, a whole river disappears!
The routes are between 8 and13 kilometres (5 and 8 miles) long and there’s never more than 360 metres (1,200 ft) of elevation gain. There’s something for everyone, from a gentle stroll through the Lonetal, to the more challenging ascent to the Rutschenfelsen.
What’s certain is that you’ll return invigorated and refreshed from your hiking experiences. See you on the Swabian Alb!
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Activities
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03:29
8.45km
2.4km/h
250m
250m
IntermediateIntermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
This tour doesn't get its name by chance. Countless rocks await you along its almost eight and a half kilometers, from which you can let your gaze wander over the Danube. If you want to enjoy every single view to the fullest, you should plan more time - around four hours instead of the three hours stated
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02:52
9.87km
3.4km/h
250m
240m
IntermediateIntermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.Fantastic views from shady benches and a wonderful refreshment in the reservoir make this almost ten kilometer tour on the Felsquellweg a perfect experience - even more so in summery temperatures.
It starts at the parking lot near the Oberdigisheim reservoir. The path leads you leisurely uphill, past
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03:36
10.7km
3.0km/h
210m
210m
IntermediateIntermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.This ten kilometer long hike takes you from the idyllic valley of the Schlichen up to the plateau. You then hike along the edge of the eaves to the Hörnle at 956 meters. The tour starts at the Schischemhalle in Meßstetten-Tieringen.
To get going for the hike, you can take a loop through the almost one
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02:59
11.1km
3.7km/h
130m
130m
IntermediateIntermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.The Fohlenhaus rock formation in the Lone Valley is a prehistoric relic, created from the reefs of the Jura Sea and petrified into rock over millions of years. It is clearly visible on a meander of the Lone river and the beautiful rest area next door invites you to barbecue and play.
The Fohlenhaus tour
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03:41
13.1km
3.6km/h
270m
270m
IntermediateIntermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.On this route, you'll experience something unique in the world: Between Immendingen and Möhringen, the Danube simply disappears from the surface. On approximately 155 days a year – in spring and autumn – the river sinks completely, allowing you to hike through the riverbed dry-footed.
The water seeps
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03:10
9.95km
3.1km/h
370m
370m
IntermediateIntermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.The Waterfall Trail leads through the stunning landscape of the Rutschenfelsen Nature Reserve. The highlights of the tour are the Urach Waterfall, which plunges impressively into the depths, and the Güterstein Waterfall, which captivates with its romantic flair. On this circular hike, you can also expect
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01:43
6.07km
3.5km/h
130m
120m
IntermediateIntermediate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.Impressive gorges, magical forests, clear spring water and spectacular views. The "Sieben-Täler-Rund" between the Rottenburg villages of Bad Niedernau, Weiler and Schwalldorf is the perfect premium hiking trail for real adventurers.
The approximately six kilometer long hike starts at the parking lot at
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Collection Stats
- Activities7
- Distance69.2 km
- Duration21:31 h
- Elevation1,610 m
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